Library
The Scientific Library is a core structural unit of KNUS, providing educational and research activities with academic literature and information resources.
Key Objectives
To develop library and information resources by expanding collaboration with academic departments and research units of KNUS.
To ensure the development of the library as a resource center, guaranteeing researchers, faculty members, and students access to the information they require.
To create and offer modern information products and services that support research and teaching activities at every stage, and to ensure access to all resources of the scientific library, including the KNUS’s publications.
To promote the development of information literacy and enhance the research competencies of students and faculty members.
To remain open to innovation and to maintain leading positions in the field of library services and technologies.
To create a comfortable environment for independent research and educational activities, intellectual communication and knowledge exchange, as well as for the professional and personal self-realization of library staff.
Users’ Rights
- To use free of charge the main types of library and information services provided by the library
- To receive books and other information sources for temporary use
- To obtain comprehensive information on the composition of the library collection, services, and events through the electronic catalog databases, the library website, and other information channels
- To work on the library’s computers, tablets, and other portable devices, as well as to use personal devices
- To access open Internet information resources and electronic resources subscribed to by the Academy for information search purposes, and to save retrieved information on a flash drive
- To receive advisory assistance in searching for and selecting information sources
- To extend the loan period for library materials in accordance with the установленным procedures
- To participate in cultural and educational events organized by the Scientific Library
- To organize reader communities and participate in interest groups and clubs
- To participate in the development of joint projects
- To be a member of public councils affiliated with the Scientific Library
- To take part in the library’s sociological studies aimed at assessing the quality of services provided, and to submit proposals for improving service quality and user satisfaction
Users’ Responsibilities
- To comply with these Rules for Using the Scientific Library
- To complete a request form for library materials
- To return borrowed materials within the установленным time limits and to renew loans in a timely manner
- To treat books, printed materials, other library resources, and library property with care
- When using Internet resources and full-text electronic resources, users must comply with international legislation on intellectual property and copyright, as well as the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan dated June 10, 1996, No. 6-I “On Copyright and Related Rights.”
- When receiving books, printed materials, or other resources from the Scientific Library, users must carefully examine them. If any defects are found, they must immediately inform a librarian. Otherwise, responsibility for damage to materials rests with the user who last borrowed the item
- To leave outerwear in the cloakroom and place bags and backpacks in the storage lockers
- To maintain silence in reading rooms and switch mobile phones off or to silent mode
- To keep the premises of the Scientific Library clean and not bring food or beverages into the reading rooms
- To be polite and respectful toward other users and library staff
- Upon dismissal, expulsion, transfer to another educational institution, or graduation from the Academy, to clear all library debts; in case of violations of the Rules, to pay any accrued fines, compensate for damage caused to the Scientific Library, and submit a clearance (exit) form
Users are not allowed to:
- To leave personal belongings unattended. The library administration and staff are not responsible for personal items left unattended
- To enter staff-only areas and auxiliary storage facilities of the Scientific Library without authorization
- To take photographs or record video of the library premises and materials. Photo and video recording is permitted only with the approval of the library administration
- To enter the Scientific Library with sharp objects, glue, briefcases, bags, backpacks, other personal items, or food products
- To remove books and other publications, as well as equipment and other property of the library, from the premises
- To post announcements, posters, or other advertising or commercial materials in the library without the permission of the library administration
